Owner Benefits
People become owners of co-ops for several different reasons, but high among them is because they believe in the mission of the business and the good it serves in the community. Since it’s we Owners who provide a good portion of the capital for the start-up and operations of the co-op, the more folks we have, the quicker we’ll have a brick and mortar store to enjoy right here in our community. Join us today!
Examples of additional, more tangible benefits may include:
- Owner sales specials
- Case and bulk discounts
- Check cashing or modest line of credit privileges
- Co-op publications
- Patronage rebates
- Workshop discounts
- Nutritional counseling
Owner Rules
1. An Owner is defined as (a) a single individual, 18 years or older and a legal Wisconsin resident; or (b) a business entity doing business in the state of Wisconsin (e.g., corporation, partnership, llc, sole proprietorship).
(a) Individual ownership: Up to two additional adult family members may enjoy membership privileges in addition to the named Individual Owner, including a spouse/partner, parent and adult child residing with the named Individual Owner. Non-Owner family members must show proof of matching residence to the official Owner address on record.
(b) Business ownership: Those who may enjoy membership privileges in addition to the named Business Owner includes up to two (2) employees of the business. Non-Owners must show proof of employment by the business such as a business card or be specifically designated by the Business Owner as such.
2. An Owner’s membership (whether Individual or Business) may be terminated by the Board of Directors at their discretion if the Board determines that an Owner has intentionally or repeatedly violated any of the stated Owner Rules, as amended from time to time.